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Spiritual
How to address a Archbishop of Canterbury
Spoken Address
Your Grace
Written Address
Your Grace
Envelope Address
The Most Reverend and Right Honourable the Lord Archbishop of Canterbury
Formal Introduction
His Grace the Lord Archbishop of Canterbury
Spouse
Mrs [Surname]
Children
Mr/Miss/Ms [Surname]
Notes
Archbishops are addressed as 'Your Grace' and 'My Lord Archbishop'. They are members of the Privy Council, hence the title 'Right Honourable'.
Examples
- Your Grace, may I present the delegation from the diocese?
- I have the honour to remain, Your Grace's most obedient servant.
- The Lord Archbishop of Canterbury will now deliver the sermon.
Common Mistakes
- Using 'The Most Reverend' without 'The'
- Addressing as 'Your Eminence'
- Referring to him as 'Mr Archbishop'